In a thrilling MLS matchup, DC United secured a crucial 2-1 win against Toronto FC on Saturday night.The decisive moment came in the 10th minute of stoppage time when Tai Baribo converted a penalty kick after Andre Dozzell was fouled by Jackson Gilman.

This goal ended DC United's five-game winless streak and marked Baribo's third consecutive game with a goal, bringing his total to 11 in 14 appearances this season.

Toronto FC, meanwhile, extended their winless streak to 11 games after conceding an own goal in the 41st minute by Kobe Franklin, who redirected a corner kick from Keisuke Kurokawa into his own net.Theo Corbeanu equalized for Toronto in the 76th minute with a volley that deflected off Sean Johnson's save.Despite Luka Gavran's six saves for Toronto, DC United's victory was pivotal for their playoff aspirations.The result highlights the competitive nature of MLS and the importance of late-game heroics in determining outcomes.